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addiction, the various populations at risk for the disease, current statistics and trends, and
psychological disorders that often accompany addiction. You will also find information on spotting
the signs and symptoms of substance use and hotlines for immediate assistance.

Treatment for addiction takes many forms and depends on the needs of the individual.
In accordance with the American Society of Addiction Medicine, we offer information on
outcome-oriented treatment that adheres to an established continuum of care. In this section, you
will find information and resources related to evidence-based treatment models, counseling and
therapy and payment and insurance options.

Treatment for addiction takes many forms and depends on the needs of the
individual. In accordance with the American Society of Addiction Medicine, we offer
information on outcome-oriented treatment that adheres to an established continuum of
care. In this section, you will find information and resources related to evidence-based
treatment models, counseling and therapy and payment and insurance options.

The recovery process doesn't end after 90 days of treatment. The transition back to
life outside of rehab is fraught with the potential for relapse. Aftercare resources such as
12-step groups, sober living homes and support for family and friends promote a life rich with
rewarding relationships and meaning.

Our community offers unique perspectives on lifelong recovery and substance use
prevention, empowering others through stories of strength and courage. From people in active
recovery to advocates who have lost loved ones to the devastating disease of addiction, our
community understands the struggle and provides guidance born of personal experience.

Why Choose Rehab in New Jersey

The state of New Jersey is dedicated to helping its citizens recover from addiction and live healthy lives. The government provides funding and guidance to numerous community-based prevention coalitions, and cities throughout the state are home to numerous support groups and treatment centers.

How Do New Jersey Facilities Rank?

Total Number

12th (439)

Treats co-occurring disorders

12th (177)

Provides residential detox

T-28th (11)

Provides outpatient detox

12th (37)

Provides residential treatment

T-19th (56)

Provides outpatient treatment

12th (326)

Accepts private insurance

13th (228)

Accepts Medicare

18th (100)

Accepts Medicaid

18th (187)

Accepts payments on a sliding scale

9th (263)

No charge for clients who cannot pay

10th (194)

Common Drug Addictions Treated in New Jersey

More than 64,000 people sought treatment for substance use disorders in New Jersey in 2014, a slight decline from the 72,000 that sought treatment in 2013. Heroin comprised the most treatment admissions both years, followed by alcohol.

Prescription opioids admissions declined slightly from 2013 to 2014, and cocaine and marijuana admissions each remained stable.

Treatment Admissions by Substance (2014)

37.3%24,148

Heroin

15.5%10,012

Alcohol

14.1%9,164

Marijuana

7.9%5,116

Alcohol & another drug

7.1%4,606

Prescription opioids

5.1%3,317

Cocaine

0.9%611

PCP

0.7%467

Tranquilizers

0.4%259

Amphetamines

Drug Abuse Trends in New Jersey

More than six percent of individuals — about 458,000 people — ages 12 and older experienced an alcohol use disorder annually from 2009 to 2013 in New Jersey. In 2013, the rate grew to 6.6 percent, similar to the national average.

More than two percent of New Jersians — about 170,000 people — ages 12 and older experienced a substance use disorder involving illicit drugs annually from 2009 to 2013. In 2013, about 2.2 percent of New Jersians experienced a substance use disorder involving illicit drugs, slightly lower than the national rate.

Drug overdoses have been increasing dramatically in the state. In 2012, more than 1,100 people died from an accidental drug overdose in New Jersey, a 50 percent increase from 2004. Preliminary data indicated that the number of overdoses increased in 2013 too.

Drugs Seized

In 2013, heroin seizures in the New York/New Jersey High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area were much higher than the national average. Marijuana and methamphetamine seizures in the area were much lower than the national average, and New Jersey cocaine seizures were higher than the national average.

Drugs Seized in the New Jersey HIDTA — 2013

Source: Federal-Wide Drug Seizure System (FDSS)

Heroin Abuse Trends in New Jersey

New Jersey has been ravished by the opioid and heroin epidemic. In 2012, heroin was involved in more than half (579 of 1,111) of all overdose deaths in the state. The number of heroin overdoses increased 36 percent compared to 2011 and 60 percent compared to 2004.

In many cases, prescription opioids such as oxycodone or hydrocodone were involved as well. Thirty-five percent of heroin deaths also involved prescription painkillers. Comparatively, 15 percent of heroin-related deaths also involved cocaine.

The counties with the highest number of overdose deaths involving heroin in 2012

Prescription Drug Abuse Trends in New Jersey

Deaths involving prescription drug overdose nearly doubled from 332 in 2004 to 606 in 2006. However, they decreased to 408 in 2008 before rising again in subsequent years.

In 2012, 614 people died from a prescription opioid overdose, a 14 percent increase compared to 2011 (549 deaths).

The New Jersey counties with the most prescription opioid overdose deaths in 2012

New Jersey Youth Survey

The 2013 New Jersey Youth Survey revealed a decline in youth’s perceptions of risks associated with smoking marijuana compared to 2011, but perceptions of risks from drinking alcohol and smoking cigarettes remained about the same.

The statewide survey is conducted every other year. In 2013, the survey included 31 schools and 1,701 students.

Lifetime Cigarette Use

34%

In 2013, 34 percent of students reported trying at least one puff of a cigarette during their life, down seven percent from 2011.

Recent Cigarette Use

13%

In 2013, 13 percent of students reported smoking at least one cigarette during the past 30 days, down three percent from 2011.

Lifetime Marijuana Use

39%

In 2013, 39 percent of students reported trying marijuana at least once in their lifetime, up two percent from 2011 and up four percent from 2009.

Lifetime Synthetic Marijuana Use

10%

In 2013, 10 percent of students reported trying synthetic marijuana — such as K2 or Spice — at least once during their life.

Lifetime Alcohol Use

68%

In 2013, 68 percent of students reported trying at least one drink of alcohol during their lifetime, down one percent from 2011.

Recent Binge Drinking

23%

In 2013, 23 percent of students had five or more drinks on one occasion during the past 30 days, down one percent from 2011.

Lifetime Prescription drug abuse

12%

In 2013, 12 percent of students reported using prescription drugs without a prescription one or more times during their life, down three percent from 2011.

Top Cities to Rehab in New-jersey

Several cities in New Jersey are home to reputable drug rehab centers, support groups and the resources you need to recover from addiction.

Government Prevention and Treatment Efforts

The New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services leads statewide prevention and treatment efforts. The division is in charge of developing, coordinating and supporting mental health and addiction services across the state.

DMHAS runs four psychiatric hospitals, three regional hospitals and the Ann Klein Forensic Center, a 200-bed psychiatric hospital for individuals with mental illnesses in the criminal justice system.

DMHAS also delivers funding for various treatment programs and reviews standards for programs across New Jersey. It oversees several mental health and addiction service initiatives, including prevention, early intervention, treatment, education, recovery, and criminal justice-related services.

Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse

The New Jersey Governor’s Council on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse is in charge of planning policy, raising public awareness and administering the Alliance to Prevent Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Program. The alliance is a large network of community-based anti-drug coalitions. The council’s efforts include media campaigns, training events and web-based outreach.

New Jersey Prescription Monitoring Program

The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs runs the New Jersey Prescription Monitoring Program, a statewide database that collects data on prescriptions of controlled substance and human growth hormones. The database can be used to prevent overprescribing and to identify individuals who have been involved in criminal activity related to prescription drugs.

Opioid Antidote and Overdose Prevention Act

The Opioid Antidote and Overdose Prevention Act protects health care practitioners who prescribe anti-overdose drugs, such as naloxone, from civil or criminal liability. It also protects individuals who administer the drugs in emergency situations in which they believe a person is experiencing an overdose.

Addiction Training and Workforce Development Initiative

The Addiction Training and Workforce Development Initiative is an effort by DMHAS to combat a statewide shortage of behavioral health counselors. The goals of the program are to provide training, develop addiction specialist career paths, expand the discipline and recruit new workers. DMHAS also provides scholarships to individuals pursuing addiction-related coursework.

Health Homes

DMHAS and New Jersey Medicaid have partnered to provide Health Homes, which are transitional living environments designed to improve recovery outcomes. Health homes provide comprehensive care management, treatment coordination, health promotion, individual and family support and referral to social support services in the community.

Intoxicated Driving Program

The New Jersey Department of Human Services, Administrative Office of the Courts and the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission collaborate to administer the Intoxicated Driving Program. The goal of the program is to help individuals convicted of DUI offenses receive addiction treatment when necessary. The program has funded treatment for more than 6,500 residents.

Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Abuse Programs in Schools

Every district board of education in New Jersey is required to develop programs to prevent substance abuse, intervene when it has occurred and refer students to treatment when necessary. The goal is to develop protective factors in order to reduce the prevalence of alcohol and other drug abuse in New Jersey schools.

High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area

New Jersey contains two U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration HIDTAs. The New York/New Jersey HIDTA includes Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Mercer, Middlesex, Passaic and Union counties. The Philadelphia-Camden HIDTA includes Camden County. The HIDTAs comprise multiple law enforcement agencies which work to disrupt drug trafficking organizations in their regions.

Wellness and Recovery Task Forces

DMHAS has developed several task forces to investigate and develop recommendations to improve treatment at mental health facilities across the state.

Councils and Committees

DMHAS has several councils and committees that provide guidance and advice for improving behavioral health care services in the New Jersey.

Co-Occurring Task Force

The Co-Occurring Mental Illness and Substance Use Disorders Task Force developed a plan to improve treatment for individuals with co-occurring disorders in addition to recommending best practices for financing, policy, regulation and legal issues. The task force delivered its report in September 2010.

Dual Diagnosis Task Force

The goal of the Dual Diagnosis Task Force was to reduce obstacles that prevented individuals with developmental disabilities and co-occurring disorders from receiving mental health services. The task force developed recommendations for removing barriers to treatment in January 2009.

Acute Care Task Force

The Acute Care Task Force was charged with developing recommendations to improve short-term services with an emphasis on early intervention and access to support services. The task force recommended improvements in May 2009.

Primary Care Task Force

The Primary Care Task Force examines factors that increase mortality of individuals in recovery such as smoking, lack of exercise, poor nutrition and exposure to diseases. The goal is to increase access to primary care for these individuals.

Advisory Committee for Programs for the Deaf, Hard of Hearing and Disabled

The committee advises alcohol and drug abuse treatment programs for individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing and disabled. It also guides the utilization of allocated funds for the programs.

Professional Advisory Committee for Addictions

The Professional Advisory Committee for Addictions is a DMHAS sounding board composed of experts in the field from various agencies and coalitions.

Citizens Advisory Council (CAC)

The Citizens’ Advisory Council provides guidance for DMHAS in support of educational, prevention, intervention and treatment initiatives. It is composed of consumers and citizens who represent residents affected by addiction. The council also acts as a liaison for DMHAS to communicate with consumers of behavioral health care.

Behavioral Health Planning Council

The Behavioral Health Planning Council comprises health providers, consumers, family members, advocacy organizations and government officials. It provides oversight for DMHAS planning and the allocation of funds from the New Jersey Community Mental Health Services Block Grant and the Substance Abuse Prevention and Treatment Block Grant.

Olmstead Advisory Committees

The committee advises DMHAS on reintegrating individuals who have been involuntary committed back into society. The committee plans, implements and tracks policies for reintegration. It also reviews eligible consumers, coordinates assessments, treatment and discharge plans.

Multicultural Services Group

The Multicultural Services Group is a working group that provides technical assistance for DMHAS. It comprises consumers, providers and stakeholders who strive to increase cultural competency in the mental health care system.

Regional Advisory Committees

Regional Advisory Committees are forums located in north, central and south New Jersey for professionals and citizens to discuss mental health services and to share ideas.

Statewide Community Resources

The New Jersey Prevention Network is a public health agency that works to reduce substance abuse in communities. It supports training and prevention programs for professionals and networks that foster collaboration. The NJPN provides classes in addiction, training and workforce development and other initiatives.

The Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey is a chapter of the Partnership for a Drug-Free America. It is a state anti-drug alliance composed of media outlets, businesses, government leaders and volunteers. Print, radio and television outlets in New Jersey have donated more than $30 million in services for anti-drug messages and campaigns.

The New Jersey Social Marketing Collaborative was developed by the NJPN in collaboration with the PDFNJ. It created ParentCheckNJ.com as an educational resource for young adults and their parents about the science of alcohol and prescription drug abuse. The website includes information on legal ramifications for substance abuse and brain development facts.

The New Jersey 2-1-1 Partnership, a subsidiary of the United Ways of New Jersey, manages the state’s 211 system. The organization’s website and phone number provide information on community resources, mental health facilities, shelters, social services and employment programs.

The New Jersey Connect for Recovery Call Line provides guidance for individuals who are concerned with a friend’s, family member’s or their own opiate use. The confidential service provides support and guidance from certified substance abuse counselors and peer support specialists.

The New Jersey affiliate of the NCADD is a nonprofit organization that promotes alcoholism and drug dependence prevention and treatment initiatives. NCADD-NJ comprises more than 125 employees and is funded by the New Jersey Division of Family Development’s Substance Abuse Initiative. The organization participates in research projects and publishes a bimonthly news journal.

Parent-To-Parent of New Jersey is a coalition for parents and families affected by addiction or drug abuse. The organization provides guidance for families as they work their way through the treatment system. Parent-to-Parent provides confidential consultations, treatment planning services, case management services, community education and workshops.

Reach Out is a nonprofit organization that promotes awareness about the dangers of illicit drugs, alcohol, tobacco and related issues in schools and community organizations. Reach Out provides motivational speakers, customized prevention programs and health and fitness presentations. The presentations include high-energy performances focused on the needs of that specific audience.

Originally the Central Jersey Council on Alcoholism, Prevention First expanded its mission to preventing other types of abuse — including drug abuse, violence and bullying. The group provides services to children and teens in order to help them develop abuse-free relationships and live healthy lives. The group also provides educational resources to parents and caregivers.

Drug Abuse Resistance Education New Jersey collaborates with law enforcement, schools, parents and other stakeholders to implement drug and violence prevention curricula in New Jersey schools and communities. The goal of the program is to raise awareness and improve knowledge about the dangers of substance abuse and violence.

Find a Support Group in Your Area

New Jersey is home to thousands of support group meetings. You can find social support and peer assistance during your recovery from addiction.